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  • Guidance for news media covering the District Court

    News media are usually free to cover the proceedings of the District Court. Before attending court, however, journalists need to be familiar with the rules…

  • Filming, recording, or taking photographs in court

    Permission from a judge is required to film, take photographs, or make sound recordings in court. Find out how to apply for permission, including for…

  • Accessing court documents

    In general media have access to all court information where legislation allows. Judges make decisions where legislation does not allow, following applications made by media. The…

  • Information for non-accredited and international media

    Non-accredited and international media need permission from a judge to cover proceedings in the District Court. Find out what accredited means, and how to apply…

  • Media releases

    Media releases and statements are first published on our news page. Media releases and statements from 2016 onwards: On this page: 2022 media releases 2021 media releases  2020 media releases 2019 media releases 2018 media releases 2017 media releases 2016 media…

  • Media enquiries

    Find out who to contact for information about District Court cases and judges, and other media enquiries – such as information about the High Court,…

  • Quick reference guides

    These resources are plain English quick reference guides to clarify some of the most common issues that regularly cause confusion between the District Court and…